When Scheduling a Patient for an Outpatient Surgical Procedure, the Medical

Multiple Choice

When scheduling a patient for an outpatient surgical procedure, the medical assistant should _______ before choosing the facility or surgeon.

A) talk with the patient to find convenient appointment times
B) ask the patient if she would rather schedule the appointment herself
C) ask the patient to verify the exact procedure to be performed
D) determine the day and time the procedure must be done
E) check with the patient's insurance company to verify coverage